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A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, a round coffee table, a blue sofa, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

A swimming pool with chairs around it, a door, and windows with a view of a car outside.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

1.8 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Eric

NT$2,819

NT$3,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, and a dining area with patterned chairs.

A vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

A living room with four purple and grey sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a small side table.

2. Countryside Inn & Suites

2.2 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Diane

NT$1,883

NT$2,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled flooring and large windows.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned armchairs, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV.

A buffet setup with waffle makers, syrup dispensers, and various food items.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with white and brown bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

3. Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs

2.5 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

John

NT$2,387

NT$2,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a dining area with a chair and table.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a red truck parked in front.

A hotel dining area with red leather chairs and tables, a kitchen area with appliances, and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

4. Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

1.9 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Christine

NT$2,279

NT$2,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and a mirror reflecting the equipment.

A restaurant with a central dining area, kitchen, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel with a sign indicating indoor pool access and free WiFi.

5. Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80

2.3 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Troy

NT$2,023

NT$2,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a vanity with a sink, a small trash bin, and a bed in the background.

A clean, well-lit lobby with a tiled floor, a black rug, and a door labeled "STAIRS".

A modern office space with a reception desk, a small seating area, and a large window providing natural light.

A reception area with a desk, computer, and a window with a view of the outside.

6. Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East

1.9 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Donna

NT$1,874

NT$2,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a microwave, a lamp, and a TV.

A reception desk with a flat-screen TV, a plant, and a coffee machine.

A hotel entrance with a covered porch, two blue benches, and a parking lot.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Council Bluffs IA Omaha NE Area

2.7 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Sophie

NT$1,398

NT$1,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a waiting area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel corridor with a leather sofa, a lamp, and a carpeted floor. The text "COME AND STAY WITH US" is visible, along with the hotel name "WESTERN INN HOTEL" and location "Council Bluff, Iowa".

A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and a toilet.

8. Western Inn

2.6 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Melissa

NT$1,846

NT$2,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the building's interior.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a courtyard, and a wooden fence.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large screen displaying the menu.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

3.6 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Paige

NT$2,923

NT$3,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with a no diving sign, poolside chairs, and a lifeguard chair.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

10. My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

3.9 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Tanya

NT$2,749

NT$3,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to Council Suites' sign, a 'Manager on Duty' sign, and a check-in/out schedule.

A corridor with vending machines and a self-service kiosk.

A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, doors on both sides, and a sign indicating room number 101.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

11. BridgePointe Inn & Suites

4.5 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Christerfer

NT$2,149

NT$2,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A modern dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs, and a wine rack filled with bottles to the right.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a bar, and large windows providing views of the outside.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

12. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

6.9 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Melanie

NT$7,942

NT$9,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a desk lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with a blue geometric wall, a sofa, two armchairs, and a small table.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance under a covered area, surrounded by brick buildings.

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs - Conv Ctr by IHG

3.5 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Thomas

NT$2,997

NT$3,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A spacious lobby with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and a red rope barrier.

A greenhouse with a glass roof, various plants, and a water feature.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A large, historic stone building with a turret and arched windows, surrounded by lush greenery.

14. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

7.5 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Timothy

NT$3,186

NT$4,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a view.

A bar area with a television mounted above the bar, a shelf with bottles, and two blue bar stools.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a lifeguard chair, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign that reads "Springhill Suites Marriott".

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

3.8 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Mintesinot

NT$3,164

NT$3,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern hotel lobby with a long bar, multiple seating options, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view.

A row of treadmills in a gym with a large mirror and a motivational quote on the wall.

A reception desk with a 'Hilton Honors' sign, a 'welcome to Carter Lake' sign, and a 'explore' sign.

16. Hampton Inn Omaha Airport

6.3 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

James

NT$3,234

NT$3,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern hotel with a large outdoor swimming pool, sun loungers, and a well-maintained garden area.

A restaurant with booths and tables, each with candles and glasses.

A gym with treadmills, a bench press, and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a desk. There are windows with curtains and a wall-mounted lamp.

17. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

9.7 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Jaden

NT$4,784

NT$5,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A reception desk with a geometric wall design and a sunset view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a brick wall.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a large flat-screen TV.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

18. Cambria Hotel Omaha Downtown

7.3 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Karen

NT$3,184

NT$3,741 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "CANDLEWOOD SUITES".

A modern hotel reception area with a dark wood reception desk, a large decorative wall piece, and a LENDING LOCKER sign on the left.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, including a wooden table and chairs, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.

19. Candlewood Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

6.3 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

ifeanyi

NT$2,650

NT$3,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel swimming pool with clear water, lounge chairs, and safety signs.

A breakfast area with a coffee station, fruit display, and waffle-making equipment.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, a window with a view, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A self-service beverage station with a sign for treats, a digital screen, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

20. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

14.4 km from RailsWest Railroad Museum

Diana

NT$3,087

NT$3,628 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to RailsWest Railroad Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Countryside Inn & Suites	8.2 Very Good 1,449 reviews	View
Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs	7.6 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs	7.4 Good 1,014 reviews	View
Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80	7.2 Good 117 reviews	View

Top RailsWest Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed one night while traveling east. Solid place to stay and would do so again. Second time staying at a MyPlace - gonna look for more to stay at as I travel."

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

8/10 Good

"The elevator down from our floor didn't work, but it did work going up. Button wasn't working. Otherwise, everything was clean and well maintained. Good experience and convenient parking (if you pay extra)."

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

10/10 Excellent

"The decor was nice. It looked like it had a recent remodel. The main entryway was set up nicely, and there was coffee available in the morning. The room was also tastefully decorated and very clean."

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

10/10 Excellent

"Comfy beds, good breakfast buffet"

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

10/10 Excellent

"1. Really good breakfast with actual eggs, sausage, fried potatoes, and waffles maker with big chunky strawberry sauce, syrup and whipped cream. 2. The pool room is very warm for our kids to go in and even have towels there for you to use too. 3. Have luggage carts for you to transport your luggages to your room, less carry your stuff."

Countryside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"It was a beautiful motel, really liked how the lobby was set, was just disappointing that there was no fitness center, after reading that there was one, other than that everything was great!!"

Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs

8/10 Good

"The area the hotel was in was a little "eh", but the hotel itself was nice. I appreciated the fitness center, which was clean and had a nice elliptical machine. The staff was nice...I very much appreciated the kindness of the woman working the breakfast area! Oh, and I'm always grateful when staff is kind enough to put me by an exit, which makes things easier with my dog."

Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

8/10 Good

"The room is spacious and clean . The breakfast has good selections . The location is accessible . The price is reasonable . Plenty of free self parking ."

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha East/Council Bluffs

8/10 Good

"Under renovations"

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Squirrel Cage Jail

7.2/10 (31 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Squirrel Cage Jail during your trip to Council Bluffs. Add the area's casinos or shops to your travel plans.

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Historic General Dodge House

7.8/10 (37 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Historic General Dodge House during your travels in Council Bluffs. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Union Pacific Railroad Museum

8.2/10 (83 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Union Pacific Railroad Museum during your travels in Council Bluffs. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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Bayliss Park

7.8/10 (58 reviews)

Bayliss Park is just one of the places to see in Council Bluffs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or casinos to your travel plans.

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Bowlero Council Bluffs

You can take time to visit Bowlero Council Bluffs during your travels to Council Bluffs. Visit the shops and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Mid-America Center

8.4/10 (350 reviews)

Catch an event at Mid-America Center during your trip to Council Bluffs. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's casinos.

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Joe's Karting

7.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit Joe's Karting during your travels to Council Bluffs. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Western Historic Trails Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Western Historic Trails Center in Council Bluffs. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around RailsWest Railroad Museum?

RailsWest Railroad Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Council Bluffs known for its array of dining options and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to RailsWest Railroad Museum?

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from RailsWest Railroad Museum. Other good choices within a few miles include Countryside Inn & Suites and Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to RailsWest Railroad Museum?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from RailsWest Railroad Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near RailsWest Railroad Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near RailsWest Railroad Museum.

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What can I see and do near RailsWest Railroad Museum?

The Durham Museum, Joslyn Art Museum, and Union Pacific Railroad Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Orpheum Theater, Squirrel Cage Jail, and Durham Museum are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Stir Cove, Ruth Sokolof Theater, and The Apollon.

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1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

2. Countryside Inn & Suites

3. Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs

4. Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

5. Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80

6. Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Council Bluffs IA Omaha NE Area

8. Western Inn

9. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

10. My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

11. BridgePointe Inn & Suites

12. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs - Conv Ctr by IHG

14. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

16. Hampton Inn Omaha Airport

17. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

18. Cambria Hotel Omaha Downtown

19. Candlewood Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

20. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

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Top RailsWest Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

Countryside Inn & Suites

Best Western Crossroads Of The Bluffs

Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha East/Council Bluffs

Other attractions near RailsWest Railroad Museum

Squirrel Cage Jail

Historic General Dodge House

Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Bayliss Park

Bowlero Council Bluffs

Mid-America Center

Joe's Karting

Western Historic Trails Center

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